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PERMIT#: M-2010-055 <br /> INSPECTOR'S INITIALS:PSH <br /> INSPECTION DATE: September 26,2014 <br /> The 112c construction permit for the Konig Borrow Pit was issued by the Division on December 28, 2010. The <br /> site is permitted for 35.0 acres of total disturbance with a maximum allowed disturbance of 17.5 acres at one <br /> time. The site is divided in half with Phase 1 in the eastern portion and Phase 2 in the western portion of the <br /> site. The Division holds a reclamation bond in the amount of$42,000.00, which appeared adequate to <br /> complete reclamation at the site based on this inspection. <br /> The site was inactive during the inspection. Mr. Konig stated stockpiled material was removed from the site <br /> two days before the inspection. Evidence of recent stockpile activity was observed during the inspection. The <br /> most recent mining excavation occurred in the northwest corner of Phase 2. The western edge of the <br /> disturbance was mined at the required 3H:1V slope. The mining excavation depth was estimated at less than <br /> 10 feet, which is consistent with the approved mining plan. No processing equipment was observed at the site <br /> and Mr. Konig stated the site is strictly a borrow pit. <br /> Based on a difference in vegetative cover, it appears all of mining Phase 1 has been stripped of topsoil ahead <br /> of mining excavation. Topsoil stockpiles were observed along the southern boundary of Phase 1 and in the <br /> northeast corner of Phase 1. All topsoil stockpiles were adequately vegetated and no erosion features were <br /> noted. The approved post mining land use for the site is pastureland. The site is currently being used as a <br /> horse pasture. No reclamation activities were observed during the inspection. <br /> As stated as problems on the first page, the required mine sign and boundary markers were not observed <br /> during the inspection. The Operator must post a sign at the entrance of the site and replace the boundary <br /> markers by the corrective action due date. Mr. Konig stated the boundary markers have been replaced <br /> several times; however the livestock kept on the property knock down the markers. <br /> The site was GPS surveyed by the Division using a Trimble Juno 3B unit. The survey results indicated an <br /> affected area of 16.40 acres, which is under the approved maximum allowance of 17.5 acres. A map of the <br /> survey results and other inspection items is enclosed. <br /> Photographs taken during the inspection are attached. <br /> Inspection Contact Address <br /> Mr. Joel Konig <br /> Konig Ag Co. <br /> 37231 Hwy. 14 <br /> Briggsdale, CO 80611 <br /> Enclosure: Inspection Map <br /> Cc: Tom Kaldenbach, DRMS <br /> Page 2 of 5 <br />